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Holiday, Sandwiches & Wraps, Snacks, Starters

Fried Oyster Sliders with Saffron Aioli

December 8, 2021 No Comments

Every year I put together a multi-course Christmas menu centered around a specific theme. Last year it was Chinese takeout meets traditional festive feast and it featured dishes like Char Sui Squash and Brussels Sprout Egg Rolls. This year I’m going back to my roots…well sort of. This year’s theme is seafood. In particular seafood from the East Coast of Canada. Every dish features jewels from the Atlantic with the exception of dessert because well, that sounds gross. I will be expanding the menu this year to include a couple of dishes that are ideal for ringing in 2022 as well, so if you’re not a seafood fan, this isn’t going to be a great month for you here. But if you’re a salty dog, like me, welcome to heaven. First up, Fried Oyster Sliders.

Brunch, Holiday, Sauces, Snacks

Latke Platter with Gin-Cured Salmon and Spreads

December 4, 2021 No Comments

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I really struggled to arrive at a title for this particular recipe. Mostly because this isn’t really a single recipe. It’s actually five, which admittedly is a little over-the-top. But I am nothing if I am not that, so really this Latke Platter is very on-brand for me. This platter features a lot more than just latkes. There is Beet Horseradish Hummus, Dill Labneh, Gin-Cured Salmon, and Vanilla Bean Applesauce. Yes, there was absolutely no way in any universe that I was going to pack all of that into a clean title. But hey, grazing boards are by nature difficult to cleanly explain or sum up. The format is all about variety after all. Clearly, there’s a lot to cover here, so let’s get to it.

Snacks, Starters, Vegetarian

Baked Goat Cheese Dip with Blistered Concord Grapes

September 18, 2021 No Comments

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Summer is back for what is likely a final blast. And as a summer-lover, I am honestly happy about it. But I have to admit, I’m starting to feel like I’ve had my fill. I’m tired of feeling vaguely overheated all the time and I cannot wait to welcome blankets, sweaters, and piping hot tea back into my life. I don’t want to sound ungrateful. But there is a part of me that needs the excuse to curl up on the couch with a pot of piping hot cheese and only a cold, blustery day can give me that. I sweated my way through shooting today’s Baked Goat Cheese Dip and it didn’t feel right. I’m looking forward to making it when it’s not 30°C outside. But I know those days are coming, so I was happy to put this together for you. Let’s get into it.

Fish & Seafood, Snacks, Starters

Ginger Scallop Aguachile with Wasabi Glazed Wonton Chips

July 31, 2021 No Comments

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The heat has backed off in my part of the world. But I know the weather is just lulling us into a false sense of security before pummeling us with more oppressive temperatures. So, I’m keeping my beers cold and meals chilled because August is just getting started. And if I’m honest, this is my favorite way to eat. Dishes like today’s Ginger Scallop Aguachile are my idea of heaven. It may sound disconcerting but I really do love raw food. It could be a latent carnivorous instinct or it could simply be a preference for a particular texture. Whatever it is, I find crudo and carpaccio to be endlessly compelling. They’re bursting with flavor, satisfying, yet refreshing. In other words, they’re the only dishes I want to eat in August.